Depilus Cream

What it is used for: Facial Hairs.

Indications as listed by the manufacturer: For the reduction of unwanted facial hair in women.

How it works: It is postulated that topical eflornithine hydrochloride irreversibly inhibits skin ODC activity. This enzyme is necessary in the synthesis of polyamines. Animal data indicate that inhibition of ornithine decarboxylase inhibits cell division and synthetic functions, which affect the rate of hair growth. It has been shown to retard the rate of hair growth in non-clinical and clinical studies.

Active ingredient: Eflornithine hydrochloride.

Reported side effects: Very common (affects more than 1 user in 10) : Acne . Common (affects 1 to 10 users in 100) : Dry skin , hair loss , inflammation around the hair shaft , itching , rash , redness , skin irritation and bumps caused by shaving , skin irritation , stinging, tingling or burning feeling on the skin . Uncommon (affects 1 to 10 users in 1,000) : Bumpy rash (papular rash) , cold sores , redness and irritation at the site where the cream is applied , eczema , inflammed, dry, cracked or numb lips , ingrowing hairs , pale areas on the skin

Known drug interactions: Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. Talk to your doctor if you need to use other medicines on the areas of skin where you are using the cream.

Adults : Apply thin two times daily. Rubbed gently and thoroughly over affected area. Do not wash for 4 hr after application. Cosmetic may be applied after 5 min. Children : Not recommended. OR As directed by your physician.

Active ingredient: Eflornithine hydrochloride.

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

Manufactured by Depilus Laboratories (Pvt) Ltd.. Country of origin: United Arab Emirates.